Jacks Split League Openers

South Dakota State men’s basketball came out on the short end of a seesaw Summit League opener, falling 81-78 at Omaha Sunday in a contest that included 17 lead changes.

USD Men Lose, Women Win

Western Illinois sophomore guard Zion Young scored 21 points – all in the second half – to lead the Leatherneck men to an 82-75 win over South Dakota Sunday in the Summit League opener for both teams.

Hawkeyes, Huskers Win

Iowa and Nebraska were non-conference basketball winners Sunday.

Names Released in Marshall County Fatal Accident

Names have been released of the two people who died Monday morning in a one-vehicle crash near Veblen.

Hawkeyes Honor Fry

The No. 19 Iowa Hawkeyes will remember former coach Hayden Fry when they play No. 22 USC in the Holiday Bowl Friday.

Minnesota OC Leaves For Penn State

Penn State has hired Kirk Ciarrocca as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach.

Vikings Look To Rebound

The Minnesota Vikings started the week in a sour mood.

Timberwolves Snap Losing Skid

Andrew Wiggins scored the first basket of the second overtime and then fed Robert Covington for another score, and the Minnesota Timberwolves ended their 11-game losing streak by beating the Sacramento Kings 105-104.

USD Women Stay In Poll

South Dakota women’s basketball dropped one spot to No. 22 in the latest USA Today Coaches Poll.

Augie Rates High

The Augustana Vikings are in sixth place of the final Learfield IMG College Directors’ Cup fall standings.